Sedan (en. Sedan)

/sə.dɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A type of closed car with four doors, often used for passenger transport.
I bought a new sedan for our family.
J'ai acheté une nouvelle sedan pour notre famille.
A spacious and comfortable car, suitable for long distances.
His sedan is very comfortable for long trips.
Sa sedan est très confortable pour les longs trajets.
A popular car model among space-conscious drivers.
The sedan is a popular choice for families.
La sedan est une option prisée pour les familles.

Etymology

The term 'sedan' comes from the Italian city of Sedan, which was known for its cars.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to get into a sedan
to enter a car of the sedan type.
monter dans une sedan
to take a ride in a sedan
to use a car of the sedan type for transportation.
faire une course en sedan

Related Words

sedan
A similar type of car, often used in Europe.
berline
car
General term for any motorized vehicle.
voiture
comfort
An attribute often associated with sedan-type vehicles.
confort

Slang Meanings

ride
I need my ride to go to the party.
J'ai besoin de ma rota pour aller à la fête.
carriage
Look at that carriage, it's really stylish.
Regarde cette carosse, elle est vraiment stylée.